Challenge:
Croatia’s crystal-clear coastline attracts thousands of charter yachts and pleasure craft, but vessel wastewater presents a growing environmental challenge. Bilge water can contain oil, diesel and microplastics, while grey water carries detergents, food particles, pathogens and microfibres into the marine environment. Croatia’s Maritime Code prohibits the discharge of polluting substances into its waters, creating a need for effective onboard solutions. Without suitable treatment systems, vessels may need holding tanks or must plan their routes around approved pump-out facilities, restricting operational flexibility.
Solution:
Wave International’s MiniBOSS bilge water filter system was selected to provide a practical, compliant solution for superyacht ORIY, operating in the Adriatic Sea. Wave International’s distributor Torden Marine partnered with Croatian installation specialist Solsticij to design and deliver the installation. The compact MiniBOSS system automatically separates pollutants from bilge water, allowing treated water to be discharged in accordance with the Croatian Maritime Code’s requirements without the need for a dedicated bilge holding tank. The project involved technical design, engineering drawings, installation and extensive product testing to demonstrate performance against the stringent requirements of the Croatian Register of Shipping with Module B and Module D certification providing the necessary verification for the installation.
Outcome:
The successful installation gives ORIY an onboard solution for managing bilge water pollution while maintaining the flexibility to operate throughout the Adriatic without routinely diverting to pump-out stations. Its compact design also helps conserve valuable onboard space and reduce weight. For Torden Marine, the project demonstrates how international filtration technology, combined with local engineering and installation expertise, can address practical environmental challenges in the marine tourism sector. By working together with Croatian specialists, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver a tested, certified solution, the result is a practical step towards protecting the waters that make Croatia one of Europe’s most attractive marine destinations, and demonstrating how effective onboard filtration can help vessels operate more responsibly without compromising their freedom at sea.
